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AIKIDO A WAY OF HARMONISING WITH THE SPIRIT

Aikido is Japan’s most modern and traditional martial art. It was founded by O Sensei (Great Master) Morihei Ueshiba (1883-1969). Aikido is a combination of three words and three concepts. Ai means harmony; Ki means spirit; Do means way — “it is the way of harmonising with spirit

Unveiling the Wonders of Nature's Miniature Architects

In the bustling tapestry of nature, few creatures captivate our imagination like ants

THE VAPING EPIDEMIC AMONG ADOLESCENTS Unveiling the Concerns

In recent times, an alarming surge in the use of vaping products among adolescents has become a cause for concern. Factors such as lack of awareness, the allure of being part of the ‘cool’ crowd, and the visual appeal of packaging have collectively contributed to this unsettling trend

India's Space Odyssey and Its Blessings

India became the first country in the world to land in the Southern Polar Region of the moon when Chandrayaan-3 made a perfect touchdown on 24 August 2023

Celebrating National Unity Day

India is often referred to as the land of ‘unity in diversity’. India’s cultural landscape is a kaleidoscope of traditions, customs, and artistic expressions that have evolved over centuries

JAMMING WITH JAMIE MILLER

If you’re looking for new young male pop singers, there’s a good chance you’ve heard Jamie Miller as one of the newest additions to the list

Al News Anchors The New Face of Journalism

Have you noticed some changes on your news channels or seen some new news anchors on TV or social media? Do they seem to be a little more perfect in every way? If yes, welcome to the revolutionary world of AI news anchors, a new tech trend that’s making waves across the globe on TV and social media, including right here in India!

A COLLECTOR'S ITEM

Many years ago, a young priest told me he was going to do his doctorate. Now, I know that doctorates for priests in our country are a dime a dozen and many small colleges and seminaries offer the same.

Geoffrey Hinton - The Godfather of Artificial Intelligence

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolution has fundamentally changed the ways people collect and process data, as well as transformed business operations across different industries.

Like a Bird, She Wants All Girls to Fly

In her Rajabazar locality of Kolkata, Shahina Javed watched how males tormented their female family members. When the teenager questioned her parents about the fate of the females in their families, the girl was told to shut her mouth and abide by the community norms. Her father, with his paper-bag-making job, and her mother, a housewife, trained their only daughter, born in 1989, to endure the inhuman tortures that would follow her too after her marriage.

A Career in Robotics

Robotics is an as industries are increasingly relying on robots and autonomous systems to improve their speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Along with the prospects of a high salary, this career provides you with the opportunity to learn cutting-edge technology and achieve tremendous growth.

Suicides among Teens Myths, Warning Signs & What to Do

It is a well-known fact that suicide rates are highest among 15-19-year-olds, not just in India but across the globe. What is crucial to note is that there has been an increase in the rate of suicide among 10-14-year-olds as well. Let’s look at some common misunderstandings or myths related to teenage suicide and steps to identify and prevent it.

THE FUTURE OF AI IN THE LIFE OF STUDENTS OF TODAY

The future of AI in the lives of school kids today is expected to be significant and transformative.

TEJAS TEWARI The Golden Boy of India's chess

With just 53,483 sq km of land, Uttarakhand is the 18th largest State among the 28 States of India. Although larger than Punjab, Haryana and Kerala, 24,305 sq km of the State is Forest Area, that is, 45.44% of the State’s area.

Let's Nacho!

The name Benny Dayal is often recalled when songs like Pappu Can’t Dance, Battameez Dil, Tamil Fever and Jai Jai Shiv Shamar are sung. Dayal pens his songs not only in Hindi, but in most popular Indian languages. From the Tamil film Sakkarakatti in 2007, Dayal has come a long way, conquering Bollywood and also making forays into independent music which he is so passionate about.

Judo THE GENTLE WAY

Are you trying to find a martial art whose training is both traditional and sporty? Then judo is the best martial art for you.

Barbie An 'endutative' film

When American businesswoman, Ruth Handler, created a doll called Barbie in 1959, toy manufacturing company Mattel had no idea how iconic this brand was to become over the decades.

The Magic of AI in Education: A Double-Edged Sword

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come into our lives and is becoming an integral part, but it’s not just limited to Siri or Alexa! A few years ago, it all looked like a part of a sci-fi fantasy. Today, it’s a reality that’s knocking on the doors of our classrooms and redesigning how we learn and study. But as with any superhero, with great power comes responsibility. AI, too, has its strengths and weaknesses.

Unlocking the Power of AI and ChatGPT for teens!

Dear teenager, let me elucidate, How ChatGPT can navigate your fate, When schoolwork looms, a daunting peak, ChatGPT provides the answers you seek.

Always Have a Plan B

“Never sail on two boats” is an old proverb that has been around for centuries. It is a warning to people not to try doing too many things at once. It’s true that when you focus on two or multiple things at once you might lose focus and may not be able to put a hundred per cent into what you do. Consequently, the results you get may not be up to your expectations.

CAN AI Substitute My Teacher?

As digital technology is radically revolutionalising human spaces, it is also posing the threat of replacing humans in several conventional jobs. A moot question is raised if AI could substitute the teacher.

Gadget: Forget All Your Passwords... Password Pocket Will Remember Them For You

Atlancube's Password Pocket is a small, Bluetooth-powered device that securely stores your passwords. Passwords entered into its paired app get stored on the device, and then erased from the app.

Octopuses may be capable of dreaming

A study suggests that octopus sleep is similar to that of humans — and they may even dream. Like humans, the sea creatures transition between two sleep stages — a quiet stage and an active stage.

New species of 'jumping spider' found in Mumbai

Researchers have documented a new spider species in Mumbai that has been named Hasarius mumbai after the city.

NASA recycles 98% of astronauts' urine and sweat into drinking water

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have attained a 98% water restoration rate by recycling their urine and sweat.

App Appeal: Grammarly - Grammar keyboard

Grammarly's Al-powered writing assistant suggests spelling, grammar and punctuation changes in real time to help you write emails and social media posts clearly and confidently.

Internet: Android robot EveR 6 conducts South Korea's national orchestra

EveR 6, a 5'10\" tall Android robot, took to the conductor's podium to guide musicians of the National Orchestra of Korea.

Tip: 'Blend' your musical tastes with friends on Spotify

Spotify Blend lets you create a shared playlist of music that you and your friends listen to.

Angel of Vrindavan

Laxmi Gautam was moved by the plight of widows in the holy city of Mathura. The heads of young widows were shaven and they had to wear only white saris for the rest of their lives.

Jimmy Wales - Founder of the World's Largest Repository of Knowledge

Whenever you click on a Wikipedia page to find some information, you have Jimmy Donal Wales to thank! He is the founder of Wikipedia, a free Internet-based knowledge bank which operates under an open-source management style. It is the fifth most popular website in the world behind Google, Yahoo, Microsoft and Facebook, and ahead of Amazon, Apple and eBay.